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Too much of anything is bad, but too much good whiskey is barely enough. MARK TWAIN
Welcome The premium and rare whisky market is growing; as an investment, it can yield high returns, and even the downside has an indulgent upside. As a gift for yourself it s made for pleasure or to last. As a gift for someone else, the message is clear. It carries the prestige of something vintage that has been expertly crafted, and the exclusivity of a something that only the elite few have ever tasted. Whisky Drams are committed to responsible drinking, so please do not read this brochure any further if you are not the legal age to purchase alcohol in your country of residence.
Create an enviable and unique collection A market-beating performance - Had you invested in the 100 best-performing whiskies in 2008, you would have received a 163% return in 2011 truly an enviable performance. Rare and very exclusive - The most expensive whisky today is a 62-year-old Dalmore single malt, of which only 12 bottles were ever produced. Seven years ago, one fetched a princely $51,000. In September 2014, a Chinese businessman bought another bottle for $195,000, a staggering 282% increase. An uncomplicated investment or indulgence - Unlike wine, once bottled whisky does not age and no strict storage conditions are necessary. Over time, however, the seals on bottles may become loose which causes the liquid levels in the bottles to reduce. Store your whisky collection upright - especially bottles with high alcohol volumes and store your bottles around room temperature or in an area where temperature levels do not fluctuate greatly. Investors Index - Visit Rare Whisky 101 http://www.rarewhisky101.com for the collector s/investors index. It shows the most heavily traded distilleries from both a volume and a value perspective. A whisky portfolio Whisky Drams offer a collection of bottles that represent all the things that we, and you, love about rare whisky: They are all collectable and excellent investments. Some are more suited for drinking, if that is what pleases you.
Islay No investment or connoisseur s collection is complete without a bottle or two from an Islay distillery, famous for their distinctive smoky flavour. We offer you the choice of Ardbeg and Bowmore. Ardbeg Signatory Vintage 1967, 30 year old Single Malt Bottled 17.2.97 52% Vol. Original presentation case with certificate Just 540 bottles made Distilled 15.2.67 and matured for 30 years in an Oloroso Sherry butt Ardbeg was founded by the MacDougall family in 1815, which makes it the second oldest distillery on Islay. The area was used by a gang of smugglers whose activities were only curtailed when the Excise watchers seized a large quantity of illicit whisky, a coup which led to the break-up of the gang and the start of a legitimate operation.
Ardbeg Lord Of The Isles 25 year old, Single Malt Bottled between 2001-2007 46% Vol. Original presentation case with certificate This Ardbeg signifies the richness, depth and sweetness of all Ardbegs - gold in colour and powerful.
Very Old Ardbeg 30 year old, Single Malt Bottled 1995-1997 40% Vol. Original wooden case Ardbeg This is an exceptionally rare and highly collectable bottling and is one of the last whiskies released before Ardbeg closed for a period. It is regarded as being one of the very best Ardbegs ever.
Bowmore Bowmore - which means great reef or Sea Rock - is the oldest legal distillery on Islay and in fact Scotland. Founded in 1779, they smoke their malt in a peat fired kiln in the same way that they have done for over 200 years. One of the few distilleries left with their own malting floor. Bowmore: 21 Year Old, Single Malt 1990 s bottling 43% Vol. Original presentation case This is a highly regarded 21 year old, with nuttiness and a touch of smoke. Very drinkable.
Bowmore Bowmore 21 Year Old, 1973, Single Malt Bottled 1994 43% Vol. Original presentation case A scarce 21 year old Bowmore, bottled in the mid 1990 s.
Eastern Highlands Glen Garioch Glen Garioch is one of the oldest distilleries in Scotland. Established in 1797 by John Manson it is the most easterly distillery. The location is known traditionally as the finest barley growing area of Scotland. Glen Garioch 1968, 29 Year Old Single Malt Bottled 1997 56.43% Vol. Original presentation case Distilled in 18.5.1968 Cask number 8 1968 vintage, bottled at 29 years old in the old stag livery. Traditional preparation with non-chill-filtering, with higher alcohol strength; take a few drops of good quality water to release the flavours. Please note The Glen Garioch box face is showing signs of ageing. The gold lettering has faded in some places; again where the box has been handled to remove and no doubt admire the contents.
The Isle of Skye Talisker On the shores of Loch Harport, the village of Carbost is home to Skye s only distillery producing wonderfully powerful and award-winning Island malt, bottled at above average strength. Founded by Hugh and Kenneth MacAskill in 1830 and is believed to be named after a nearby farm. Talisker, 8 Year Old, 80% Proof, Single Malt 1970 s bottling 80% proof. In original green carton A rare 8 year old Talisker, bottled at 80% proof. Fruity, peaty, intense and full of flavour. Please note, the carton is showing signs of ageing at the corners and where the carton should be opened, a sign that the previous owners enjoyed looking at the bottle or were tempted - unsuccessfully - to drink it.
Speyside The Macallan of Speyside, simply the Rolls Royce of single malt whiskies. One of the most popular distilleries in the world, Macallan has arguably built the best reputation for quality malt whisky. Its bottles are highly sought-after by collectors and can change hands for thousands of pounds. They can be a wise investment and are tremendous to drink.
Macallan The Macallan 1950, 31 year old, Single Malt Bottled during the early 1980s 43% Vol. Original wooden case with paperwork Distilled and bottled by Macallan Glenlivet Ltd A highly collectable 31 year old bottling with a delightful handwritten label and ribbon. Distilled and bottled by Macallan Glenlivet.
Macallan The Macallan 1950, 31 year old, Atkinson Baldwin & Co Ltd, Single Malt Bottled during the early 1980s 43% Vol. Original wooden case with paperwork Distilled and bottled by Atkinson Baldwin & Co A highly collectable 31 year old, distilled in 1950. Bottled for Atkinson Baldwin & Co also with a handwritten label and ribbon.
Macallan The Macallan 1962, 80% Proof, Vintage UK Edition Bottled in 1980 s 80% Proof. Distilled 1962 A very rare UK edition Macallan 1962, bottled at 80 proof by Campbell, Hope and King of Elgin.
Macallan The Macallan Private Eye, 35 year old, 1961 Vintage, Single Malt Bottled 1996 40% Vol. Just 5000 bottled Cask No. 1580, No. 3098 This bottle is in celebration of the 35th anniversary of Private Eye magazine. It has a unique stencilled label, created by the famous cartoonist Ralph Steadman. Restricted to a Limited Edition of 5000 bottles all individually numbered and distilled in 1961.
Macallan The Macallan Royal Marriage of Prince Charles and Diana, Single Malt Bottled 1981 43% Vol. 1948 Vintage & 1961 Vintage A bottle from 1981, to celebrate the Royal Marriage of Prince Charles and Diana Spencer using casks from 1948 and 1961 - their respective years of birth.
To purchase the complete collection or individual bottles contact us at info@whiskydrams.co.uk and check the price sheet for the current values of the bottles. Contact us directly to discuss our bottles further. If you are looking for a particular bottle or have a particular distillery in mind let us know as we may be able to help. Enjoy our whisky and yours.
Drown in a cold vat of whiskey? Death, where is thy sting? W.C. Fields
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